Adult-use cannabis sales in Pennsylvania could bring in more than $1 billion in tax revenues to the state over the five years following the rollout of sales, according to a report released last month by the Independent Fiscal Office (IFO). The study suggests that were cannabis legalized for adult use this year, it could generate […]
Minnesota is making significant strides in rectifying past cannabis-related injustices as it expunges more than 60,000 misdemeanor records ahead of schedule. This expedited process, which was initially slated for August, comes as a result of the state’s adult-use cannabis law passed last year. The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Records reports that the expungements are expected
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A recent study published in the journal Current Alzheimer Research has shed light on the potential cognitive benefits of recreational cannabis use among adults aged 45 and older. Conducted by researchers at SUNY Upstate Medical University in New York, the study aimed to explore the association between cannabis consumption and subjective cognitive decline (SCD). Analyzing
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Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin has taken a significant step towards protecting the rights of medical cannabis patients in the state by signing a bill that shields state employees from discrimination based on their status as registered patients. This legislation covers a wide range of public sector workers, including firefighters, emergency service providers, teachers, and civil
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A recent study conducted by the Cannabis Public Policy Consulting (CPPC) at the request of the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) has shed light on the state of Utah’s medical cannabis market. The study found that approximately 60% of medical cannabis patients in Utah are obtaining their medication from outside the state’s legal
Delaware is making significant strides in cannabis reform as it moves forward with plans to expand its medical marijuana program and provide banking protections for cannabis businesses. The state, which legalized adult-use marijuana last year, is taking proactive steps to ensure patient access to medical cannabis and financial services for industry operators. A bill to
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German lawmakers have given final approval to a long-awaited cannabis legalization bill, paving the way for significant changes in the country’s cannabis laws. The legislation legalizes personal possession of up to an ounce and permits individuals to cultivate three plants. It is scheduled to take effect on Monday, April 1. The bill also includes provisions
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A proposal in the Minnesota House of Representatives could bring significant changes to the state’s medical cannabis program. According to a report by CBS News, the new proposal aims to double the home grow limits for registered medical cannabis patients from 8 to 16 plants. Additionally, patients would be allowed to designate caregivers to grow
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In a recent report by WMUR, it has been revealed that lawmakers in New Hampshire are once again seeking to legalize adult-use cannabis during this legislative session. This renewed effort comes with a strategic focus on meeting the conditions outlined by Republican Governor Chris Sununu to prevent a potential veto. Last year, Governor Sununu articulated
A recent Pew Research Center poll revealed overwhelming support for the legalization of cannabis across the United States. The survey, conducted on Tuesday, found that nearly 90% of Americans believe cannabis should be legal for either medical or adult use, signifying a significant shift in public opinion on the matter. According to the poll results,
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